- Hot diggity -- do you really know what's in your 'dogs?
Hot dogs are a classic barbecue food, but is there such a thing as a healthy frank? Learn the dog-gone facts about this summer favorite and decide for yourself.
How’s It Made?
Hot dogs are also known as frankfurters, wiener dogs, franks and tube steaks. They’re one of the most widely-sold sausage products in the United States. Hot dogs are made from finely ground cured beef or pork (or both), which are pumped into casings that are twisted and formed into links every 6 inches. The franks are then cooked, passed through hot water or steam, and then hung for smoking (sometimes they’re smoked and then cooked). There are various other techniques that have been developed, but you get the picture. Read more »
- Burgers or dogs, which is the healthier picnic pick?
In this new series, we’re pitting some of your favorite foods against each other. We’re starting out with the hottest fight of the barbecue season: burger verses hot dog. Who’s the winner of this battle?
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- Corn and Pasta Salad With Homemade Ranch Dressing
Pasta salad is swimming in hidden calories that’ll have you hiding from bathing suit season. Keep your svelte summer shape with these tips to lighten up this summer classic. Plus, try our collection of Healthy Eats-approved recipes.
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- Homemade Cola Barbecue Sauce
Sure, the bottled stuff is okay, but it’s easy (and delicious) to whip up a batch of custom barbecue sauce. Use our homemade versions to add sizzle to chops, chicken, fish and veggies at your next cookout. The best part? You control the ingredients.
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- Keep bacteria away from the beef.
Meat is at risk to develop dangerous levels of bacteria from the time you bring it home from the market until the time you serve it up. Your job is to catch the bacteria before it has time to grow. Here are 8 ways to stop bacteria in its tracks.
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The Labor Day holiday is all about barbecues, beaches and picnics. Don’t let spoiled food spoil the fun. Try these tips for keeping your goodies at the right temperatures while you enjoy the summer sun.
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